CFIA Moves Ahead with Complete Depopulation at Ostrich Farm After Supreme Court of Canada Decision
The Supreme Court of Canada has dismissed the final appeal against the order to cull a flock of ostriches at the Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood, British Columbia. The ruling removes the last legal barrier, allowing the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) to move forward with the complete depopulation and disposal of the flock.
The CFIA has not disclosed the exact method to be used, though its manuals describe procedures such as neck dislocation, lethal injection, gassing, or shooting. The agency stated it intends to act according to established guidelines for animal welfare and biosecurity.
At the farm, supporters and co-owners gathered early Thursday morning, holding a prayer circle after receiving the news. Vehicles arrived before dawn as rain continued to fall, marking a somber atmosphere among those present.
“Maybe a miracle will happen yet,” said co-owner Dave Bilinski, as one protester called the CFIA “criminals” and vowed to leave Canada, while another described the court’s decision as “disgusting.”
Supporters prayed for what they called a “miracle Thursday,” expressing grief and disbelief at the court’s ruling. Among them, Pasitney pledged continued activism, saying she would dedicate her efforts to ensure the CFIA could not carry out similar actions in the future.
“It’s murdering, murdering healthy animals that have been 35 years on this planet,” said Pasitney.
Background and Reaction
The ostrich farm case has drawn attention over concerns about animal welfare, government oversight, and ethical treatment in livestock management. The CFIA emphasized that the decision aligns with federal regulations intended to protect broader agricultural health and safety standards.
Author Summary
This account covers the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision that allows the CFIA to proceed with culling ostriches at a British Columbia farm, despite protests and emotional appeals from supporters.
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